The hearts of sports car
aficionados with an eye for beauty and a thirst for luxury and
innovative technology will beat a little faster with the arrival of
the new BMW 6 Series Coupe. The third generation of the top-class
Coupe sees premium carmaker BMW adding another intoxicating chapter
to its decades-long tradition in the production of exclusive dream
cars. The new BMW 6 Series Coupe impresses with its irresistible
design and inspires with even sharper driving dynamics than its
predecessor, noticeably optimised comfort levels and extra space.
This is the only car in the segment to offer the combination of
top-class sporting ability, exclusive touring comfort and a
460-litre (16.24 cu. ft) luggage space. Also on board to deliver the
BMW 6 Series Coupe’s signature driving experience are a range of
innovative driver assistance systems and BMW ConnectedDrive
infotainment features. The new car therefore meets the highest – not
to mention the broadest – ex-pectations of driving pleasure in a
large, premium 2+2-seater in incomparable style.

Its unmistakable design
language gives the new BMW 6 Series Coupe an aura of athletic
elegance. The sweeping bonnet, short front overhang and set-back
passenger compartment team up with a 74-millimetre increase in body
length (4,894 mm) over its predecessor and a 75-millimetre longer
wheelbase (2,855 mm) to create the hallmark proportions of a BMW
Coupe. Meanwhile, the extra width of the new car – it is now 39
millimetres wider (at 1,894 mm) thanks to its increased track width
– makes for an exceptionally powerful stance that emphasises its
impressive roadholding. All of which ensures that observers are
struck by the car’s dynamic forward-surging presence and promise of
majestic driving ability the moment they set eyes on it. The
faithful reflection of the car’s character in its exterior styling
is given particular appeal by the lines running along the full
length of the body and its harmoniously curved surfaces. The
inspiration for these design features was the natural movement of
waves. In the same way as water is parted by an object in flowing
water, the car body’s shaping lines fan out from the BMW badge on
the bon-net to both sides of the body.

BMW TwinPower Turbo
technology with petrol direct injection provides both sporty power
development and exceptional efficiency in the engines available for
the new BMW 6 Series Coupe from launch. In the new BMW 650i Coupe, a
V8 powerplant with turbochargers positioned between the cylinder
banks develops maximum output of 300 kW/407 hp. An exclusive feature
of the 235 kW/320 hp six-cylinder in-line engine in the new BMW 640i
Coupe, meanwhile, is the addition of VALVETRONIC variable valve
control. Both units are hooked up to an eight-speed Sports automatic
gearbox as standard. Also part of the standard specification is an
extensive range of BMW EfficientDynamics technology, including the
Auto Start-Stop function and ECO PRO mode (in the BMW 640i Coupe).

The new BMW 6 Series
Coupe strikes an ideal balance between dynamic handling and ride
comfort thanks to a newly developed chassis. Its standard Electric
Power Steering and optional Integral Active Steering both break new
ground in this segment. Also on the options list are Dynamic Damper
Control and the Adaptive Drive system, complete with roll
stabilisation. Drive Dynamic Control – which allows drivers to
adjust the car’s set-up to their individual tastes – comes as
standard in the new BMW 6 Series Coupe.

The innovations in the
new BMW 6 Series Coupe also extend to light technol-ogy, in the
shape of Adaptive LED Headlights. Their bright white light provides
an extremely intense and evenly spread illumination of the road.
This technol-ogy is unparalleled in the segment and also allows the
beam of the headlights to follow the progression of corners.
Customers can also order their Coupe with optional LED foglamps.

Other features that set
the new car apart from its rivals are the BMW ConnectedDrive driver
assistance systems and mobility services. The rear-view camera,
Surround View, Parking Assistant, BMW Night Vision with pedestrian
recognition, Speed Limit Info, Lane Departure Warning System and
Lane Change Warning System are joined on the list of available
equipment items by the new generation of the BMW Head-Up-Display.
The latest incar-nation of the system uses a full spectrum of
colours to display the information projected onto the windscreen.
The BMW iDrive control system, meanwhile, is included as standard in
the BMW 6 Series Coupe as an operating portal for the navigation,
communications and infotainment functions. Its Control Display comes
in the form of a fixed, freestanding flatscreen, which adds an extra
exclusive flourish to the generously sized and luxurious interior.
Elsewhere, the optional Bang & Olufsen High-End Surround Sound
System lays on a feast of aural pleasure seldom experienced inside a
car.

The design: commanding presence
and athletic elegance.

The new BMW 6 Series
Coupe heralds the arrival of an exceptionally sporty and exclusive
2+2-seater in the premium segment of top-class Coupes. The new
model’s extra length and width over its predecessor model combine
with its 5-millimetre lower height to produce a strikingly low-set
and powerful de-sign. The new interpretation of the traditional BMW
Coupe proportions is em-bellished by lines and surfaces inspired by
the movement of waves. Flowing lines and harmonious curves create a
feeling of athletic grace, complemented by extremely classy and
eye-catching design features which underline the opulent character
and elegant appearance of the two-door BMW.

The expressive front end
is dominated by the large and slightly forward-slanting BMW kidney
grille. The grille emphasises the car’s sporting pedigree with a
broad, flat design, and creates a visual connection with the engine
nestl-ing behind. The kidney grille slats, angled slightly towards
the top, lend addi-tional emphasis to the front end’s “shark nose”
character. The contour lines of the bonnet converge towards the
kidney grille, forming a V-shape which is continued by the contours
of the headlights, kidney and wide air intake to give a road-focused
look. High-quality chrome elements and the LED units of the optional
foglamps positioned in front of them guide the eye to the muscular
wheel arches.

High-visibility innovation:
Adaptive LED Headlights.

The new BMW 6 Series
Coupe is equipped with bi-xenon headlights as standard. An
accentuating trim element cuts across the top of the hallmark BMW
twin round headlights to produce the intent look familiar from other
BMW models. The optional Adaptive LED Headlights provide a fresh
take on this established feature. The Adaptive LED Headlights for
low beam and high beam contain LED light rings for the parking
lights and daytime running lights, which are levelled off at the
lower edge and overlapped at their top edge by an accent light –
also featuring LEDs. The result is a stunning, distinctively BMW
showcase for the innovative light technology below the surface. In
addition, they also generate the low beam and high beam light from
the two light rings. The light sources here are horizontal LED ribs
positioned in the centre of the light rings. The brand’s hallmark
twin round headlight look is therefore ex-pressed even more
strikingly not only with the daytime running lights switched on, but
also when the headlights are activated in the dark.

However, the Adaptive
LED Headlights are about more than just looking good; they also
ensure the driver can see well. Their bright white light provides an
intense and even illumination of the road ahead. From a colour
perspective, the light comes much closer to natural daylight than
that created by conven-tional halogen or xenon headlights, lending
even reflective objects far greater contrast. The cornering element
of the Adaptive LED Headlights is also tai-lored to the car’s speed,
steering angle and yaw rate, allowing the pivot of the headlights to
adapt automatically to the line of the corner. Meanwhile, a light
source positioned specially in the headlight housing generates the
cornering light which, at low speeds, ensures illumination of the
road surface in the direc-tion the car is turning. LED technology is
also deployed for the direction indica-tors, each of which consists
of eight LED units arranged in a row underneath the light rings. As
well as enhancing visibility in the dark, the Adaptive LED
Headlights thus also significantly improve the signalling effect of
the car’s lights.

Side view: elegant roofline,
powerfully curved surfaces.

Tightly curved surfaces
and character lines stretching the full length of the body define
the side view of the BMW 6 Series Coupe. The forward-slanting BMW
kidney grille is particularly clear from this angle. Despite its
smooth curves and innovative pedestrian protection measures, the
long bonnet still has a flat appearance. Its contour lines fan out
wide and extend towards the rear. In combination with the car’s
typical Coupe proportions, this creates a particularly elegant,
elongated silhouette.
The exterior design has been inspired by waves with clearly defined
lines and volume formed around an object in flowing water. This
gives the new BMW 6 Series Coupe a naturally powerful and sporty
edge. The typical BMW swage line extends out from behind the front
wheel arch, takes in the sporty gill feature and extends dynamically
along the flank of the car to the rear. In so doing, it stretches
the new BMW 6 Series Coupe visually and lends it a dy-namic yet
elegant allure. The door handles are integrated precisely into the
swage line. A further character line emerges from the swell of the
front wheel arch, before dropping down between the gill and the door
and then levelling out towards the rear, its path replicating a
forward-surging wave. The door sill line underneath it and an
additional crease give the lower edge of the body a light and sporty
appearance.

The roofline of the new
BMW 6 Series Coupe also swoops in an elegant, flat progression into
the tail. It comes across as especially svelte when viewed from the
side, creating a contrast typical of BMW Coupes between the power-ful
body and light passenger compartment. Doors with frameless windows
underline this impression. The chromed side window border emphasises
the “counter-swing” at the foot of the C-pillar (known as the
Hofmeister kink) with its particularly tight line.

Rear view: striking indications of
dynamic and secure roadholding.

From the rear, the new
BMW 6 Series Coupe exudes power, athleticism and solidity. Bulging
wheel arches accentuate the wide track of the new car, offer-ing a
hint of its impressive roadholding. Added to which, horizontal lines
and the broadening impression of the car’s shape as you follow it
towards the rear paint a clear picture of the sporting performance
waiting to be unlocked. The slightly concave lower section of the
boot lid generates light and shade effects which lend an extra
lightness to the rear of the car. The edges of the boot lid and the
licence plate surround create a V-shape, which – similarly to the
front of the car – steers the eye towards the road. The exhaust
tailpipes are posi-tioned on either side of a diffusor-style apron.
On the BMW 650i Coupe they are trapezoidal in shape while on the BMW
640i Coupe they are circular.

The two-part rear light
clusters display the customary BMW L-shape in a par-ticularly wide
rendition that extends far into the boot lid, while the swage line
that flows into the rear lights forges a harmonious link between the
side and the rear of the car. Inside the rear light clusters, two
LED-powered light strips generate the familiar BMW night-time look,
an effect that is reinforced by the L-shaped lower light unit. The
direction indicators and brake lights are also LED-powered. The wide
additional brake light is located in the upper edge of the boot lid.

Interior: driver-oriented cockpit,
exclusive ambience.

The driver-oriented
cockpit layout familiar from BMW models down the years and a dynamic
forward-surging movement define the design of the interior. The
centre section of the instrument panel – including the Control
Display, the central air vent and the controls for the audio system
and climate control – is angled slightly towards the driver. The
gearshift lever is located on a surface that opens out towards the
driver and is set lower than the front passenger side of the centre
console. This structure is repeated in the central section of the
instrument panel, further enhancing the driver-focused feel. The
fluent transition between the centre console and instrument panel
can be accentuat-ed with optional stitching in contrasting colour
for the leather surfaces.

The horizontal
structuring of the instrument panel is accentuated by an
elec-troplated strip on the driver’s side of the cabin. This is
extended into the front-passenger side in the form of a subtle
crease in the glove compartment. Meanwhile, powerfully taut
waistline surfaces – which are carried forward into the instrument
panel – embody the feeling of dynamic forward movement in-side the
cabin. The decorative surface of the instrument panel extends into
the centre console with an elegant, slightly curving sweep to lend
the front-passenger side an exclusive allure.

The rear seats also
provide their passengers with a very pleasant level of tour-ing
comfort thanks to their individual-seat character and greater
shoulder and elbowroom compared with the outgoing model. In
addition, there is also more headroom for all the passengers,
despite the reduced overall height of the car. The rear seat
backrests can be specified as an option with a through-loading
facility for a ski bag, allowing two pairs of skis to be transported
in comfort. The luggage area can accommodate 460 litres (16.24 cu.
ft) of luggage, which means that the BMW 6 Series Coupe can carry
three 46-inch golf bags or two medium-sized hard-shell cases plus a
flight case.

The instrument cluster
in black-panel technology combines state-of-the-art display
technology with classic sports-car circular instruments. A
high-resolution 9.2-inch display below the four dials includes the
mileage counter, fuel consumption and Efficient Dynamics display, as
well as feedback from the
driver assistance systems and Check/Control messages. This
black-panel technology, which made its debut in the BMW 7 Series, is
also used for the climate control displays in the centre section of
the instrument panel.

In addition to the
Controller with direct menu control buttons positioned on the
console centre, the standard-fitted iDrive operating system also
comes with a new monitor in exclusive flatscreen design. This
freestanding Control Display is located in a prominent and optimal
position within the instrument panel, and creates the feeling of a
powerboat cockpit rising up dynamically in front of the driver and
front passenger. The central Control Display in the new BMW 6 Series
Coupe has a 7-inch-diameter screen as standard. However, if the
optional Navigation system Professional is specified, this is
upgraded to a 10.2-inch version – the largest on-board monitor in
the segment – bordered by a high-class electroplated chrome
surround.

The exterior paintwork
of the new BMW 6 Series Coupe can be ordered in a choice of eight
metallic and two non-metallic shades, allowing customers to
highlight both the sporting credentials of the Coupe and its modern
and ele-gant character. The standard Dakota leather trim is
available in three colour variants, the optional Exclusive Nappa
leather in a choice of four shades. As an alternative to the
standard Softskin surfacing, the instrument panel, door and side
panels can be specified with Exclusive Nappa leather trim. Also,
double French seams in a contrasting colour matching the seat covers
can be ordered in place of the black French seams. The interior trim
comes as standard in High-gloss Black, but can alternatively be
ordered as an option in Brushed Aluminium, Poplar Grain Grey or
American Oak high-gloss. Optional ceramic applications for the audio
system and air conditioning controls, gearshift lever and iDrive
Controller lend the interior an extra flourish.
Outstanding seat comfort, comprehensive safety equipment, body with
excellent torsional rigidity.
The lightweight seats with integrated belt system developed for the
new BMW 6 Series range are available in three variants. The
integrated belt system makes it easier both to reach the belt and to
climb into the rear of the car. The standard-fitted driver and front
passenger seats boast electric adjustment for the seat height and
fore/aft position, backrest angle and head restraint height
–including memory function – as well as seat heating and an
easy-entry function to facilitate access to the rear compartment.

The optional sports
seats offer optimal lateral support with their raised seat and
backrest sides, and come fitted with integrated head restraints as
well as manually adjustable thigh support. Comfort seats are another
option, adding comfort head restraints, lumbar support, and electric
adjustment of the thigh support, backrest width and angle of the
upper backrest segment. Offering an alternative to the standard
Dakota leather upholstery is Exclusive Nappa leath-er with extended
features. For the sports seats and comfort seats, there is the added
option of active seat ventilation. Plus, comfort seats can also be
speci-fied with the active seat function.

All the seat variants
available for the new BMW 6 Series Coupe come with crash-activated
head restraints. The standard safety specification also includes
front airbags, seat frame-mounted side airbags, side curtain head
airbags for both rows of seats, three-point inertia-reel seatbelts
on all seats, belt force limiters and belt latch tensioners, as well
as ISOFIX child seat attachments in the rear. To optimise passive
pedestrian protection, in some national markets the new BMW 6 Series
Coupe is equipped with an active bonnet system; in the event of a
collision with a pedestrian, a pyrotechnic actuator mechanism
automatically raises the front and rear of the bonnet.

The new BMW 6 Series
Coupe is fitted with robust load-path structures, pre-cisely defined
deformation zones and an extremely rigid safety passenger cell.
These safety features ensure maximum occupant protection in all
types of collision. Carefully targeted advances in the use of
materials have increased the strength and lowered the weight of the
body with the aim of enhancing both the safety and agility of the
car. Indeed, the static torsional rigidity of the new Coupe is
around 53 per cent greater than that of its predecessor. In the
interests of weight optimisation, the doors, bonnet and front axle
spring mounts are all aluminium, while the front side panels are
made from plastic and the boot lid from glass fibre composite.

Top-class performance from eight
or six cylinders: BMW TwinPower Turbo
in the new BMW 6 Series Coupe.

One V8 and one
six-cylinder in-line engine are available for the new BMW 6 Series
Coupe from market launch, and both can claim unique features.
These power units are kitted out with BMW TwinPower Turbo
technology, including High Precision Injection petrol direct
injection, and stand out with their instantaneous power development,
majestic in-gear acceleration, out-standing refinement and exemplary
efficiency for their output class.

The eight-cylinder power
unit in the new BMW 650i Coupe produces maxi-mum output of 300
kW/407 hp from its 4.4-litre displacement between 5,500 and 6,400
rpm. This unique engine, whose turbochargers are posi-tioned in the
V-shaped area between the cylinder banks, produces an instan-taneous
and sustained wave of power, making it a feast for the enthusiast
driv-er. Peak torque of 600 Newton metres (443 lb-ft) is served up
between 1,750 and 4,500 rpm. The sporting performance attributes of
the V8 engine enable the new BMW 650i Coupe to accelerate from 0 to
100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.9 seconds, leaving the engine electronics to
call a halt to proceedings at 250 km/h (155 mph). And yet the
range-topping model also demonstrates extraordinary efficiency for
this output class, recording average fuel consump-tion of 10.4
litres* per 100 kilometres (27.2 mpg imp) in the EU test cycle,
together with CO2 emissions of 243 grams* per kilometre.

The new BMW 640i Coupe
is powered by a six-cylinder in-line engine in which the BMW
TwinPower Turbo technology brings both direct injection and
VALVETRONIC fully variable valve control to the table. This
combination optimises both the responsiveness and efficiency of the
3.0-litre powerplant, which generates maximum output of 235 kW/320
hp at 5,800 rpm and puts its peak torque of 450 Newton metres (332
lb-ft) on tap between 1,300 and 4,500 rpm. The BMW 640i Coupe
completes the sprint from rest to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.4 seconds,
and its top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph).
Average fuel consumption in the EU test cycle stands at 7.7 litres*
per 100 kilometres (36.7 mpg imp), while CO2 emissions come in at
179 grams* per kilometre.

Both the BMW 650i Coupe
and BMW 640i Coupe transfer their power to the rear wheels via an
eight-speed Sports automatic gearbox. This standard-fitted unit
enhances sporty driving with exceptionally rapid gear changes,
offers out-standing shift comfort and also optimises the efficiency
of both model variants.

The innovative gear set configuration of the compact, low-weight
automatic allows it to offer eight gears and a correspondingly wide
gear spread. This not only enhances the car’s sprinting ability, but
also supports economical driving at low revs. With its minimal
converter slip and impressive inherent efficiency, the eight-speed
Sports automatic helps to ensure efficient power transmis-sion. And
the driver can also change gear manually using the shift paddles
mounted on the steering wheel.
Extensive BMW EfficientDynamics technology also plays its part in
cutting fuel consumption and emissions in the new BMW 6 Series
Coupe. Among the systems fitted as standard are Brake Energy
Regeneration, Electric Power Steering (EPS), the on-demand operation
of ancillary components, intelligent lightweight construction and
low-rolling-resistance tyres. The new BMW 640i Coupe is also fitted
with automatic active air flap control and the Auto Start-Stop
function. When the driver draws to a standstill at junctions or in a
traffic jam, the engine is automatically switched off to prevent
unnecessary fuel consumption at idle. As soon as the driver releases
the brake pedal, the engine starts up again. If the driver is using
the Auto Hold function, the engine is restarted when the accelerator
is depressed.

Another innovation also
helps smooth the way to particularly low fuel con-sumption while on
the move. A touch of the Drive Dynamic Control button allows BMW
640i Coupe drivers to activate ECO PRO mode and unlock addi-tional
efficiency-boosting potential. ECO PRO mode tweaks the engine man-agement,
the accelerator mapping and the shift characteristics of the
automat-ic gearbox to favour a consciously relaxed and frugal
driving style at low engine revs. At the same time, efficient power
usage for electrically operated func-tions such as the climate
control system and the seat and exterior mirror heat-ing ensures
extremely efficient in-car energy management. Special readouts in
the instrument cluster and Control Display keep the driver informed
on the levels of energy efficiency currently being achieved, as well
as keeping a rec-ord for the journey up to that point, and encourage
a driving style that minimis-es fuel consumption. For example, the
increase in range achieved by using ECO PRO mode is shown in
kilometres.

The driving experience
in the new BMW 6 Series Coupe is defined by sporty handling
characteristics. However, the cutting-edge chassis technology of the
two-door car also delivers impressive ride comfort. Both the double
wishbone front axle and the integral rear axle are made
predominantly from aluminium. The chassis set-up is geared to the
requirements of drivers with sporting in-tentions, although the
dampers also respond sensitively to bumps in the road surface under
high lateral acceleration.

Available as options for
both model variants are Dynamic Damper Control and the Adaptive
Drive system, which also includes Dynamic Drive active roll
stabi-lisation. The electronically controlled dampers adapt to both
the nature of the road surface and the driver’s style to prevent
unwanted movements in the car body, while an innovative damping
system adjusts the compression and re-bound settings continuously
and independently from one another. For exam-ple, a stiff chassis
setting can be impressively combined with comfortable re-sponses to
unevenness in the road surface. The roll stabilisation feature also
reduces effects such as body roll in high-speed corners and under
sudden changes in direction.

Unmatched in the segment: Electric
Power Steering as standard,
In-tegral Active Steering optional.

The Electric Power
Steering system with Servotronic function delivering speed-sensitive
power assistance is unique in the BMW 6 Series Coupe seg-ment and
combines customary BMW precision, comfort and efficiency. In con-trast
to conventional mechanical/hydraulic systems, the power assistance
is provided by an electric motor, which only goes to work – and
therefore uses energy – if power assistance is required or desired
by the driver.

In addition, the new BMW
6 Series Coupe is the first car in its class that can be ordered, as
an option, with Integral Active Steering. This system combines the
Active Steering system for the front axle – already available for
the predeces-sor model – with a steering rear axle, allowing the
steering angle and power assistance to be controlled at both the
front and the rear with the help of elec-tric motors. Precisely
harmonised wheel deflections pave the way for extraor-dinary agility
in dynamic driving situations. Also, Integral Active Steering
displays an impressively deft touch around twisty mountain passes
and in city traffic. At speeds of up to 60 km/h (37 mph), the rear
wheels are turned in the opposite direction to the steering angle of
the front wheels. This has the effect of reducing the car’s turning
circle and the amount of steering effort required. At higher speeds,
Integral Active Steering gives the car extremely comfortable and
assured reactions when changing lanes and cornering. The rear wheels
follow the same steering movements as the front wheels, enabling the
car to follow the course set by the driver with even greater
immediacy and precision.

Drive Dynamic Control gives the
driver the choice of car set-up.

With Drive Dynamic
Control, the virtues of sportiness and comfort can take precedence
as the situation demands. Drivers can make their own choice of
suspension settings in NORMAL, SPORT and SPORT+ modes using a button
on the centre console. In the new BMW 640i Coupe, ECO PRO mode can
also be activated. If the Dynamic Damper Control or Adaptive Drive
option has been specified, the COMFORT setting can also be used. In
this mode, as well as adjusting the accelerator pedal progression,
engine responses, power steering characteristics, DSC response
thresholds and the shift dynamics of the automatic gearbox, Drive
Dynamic Control also tweaks the damper re-sponses and, if necessary,
the roll stabilisation settings. On cars also fitted with Integral
Active Steering, the basic steering set-up is also adjusted
according to the mode selected, as well as the level of power
assistance. As a result, in SPORT and SPORT+ modes the car’s
sporting responses are sharpened even further.

The lightweight,
floating-calliper brakes with inner-vented discs are easy to use
with precision, and their effectiveness is reinforced by Dynamic
Stability Control (DSC). This driving stability system brings
together technology such as the anti-lock braking system (ABS),
Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Corner-ing Brake Control (CBC),
Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), the Start-Off Assis-tant, the automatic
Brake Drying function and brake fade compensation. Standard
equipment also includes 18-inch light-alloy wheels on the new BMW
650i Coupe or 17-inch rims for the new BMW 640i Coupe, as well as
runflat tyres and a runflat indicator.

Exclusively from BMW
ConnectedDrive: a wide range of driver assis-tance systems,
including BMW Head-Up Display with a full spectrum of colours.

The selection of driver
assistance systems and mobility services available from BMW
ConnectedDrive for the new BMW 6 Series Coupe is even broader than
that enjoyed by its predecessor. These systems and services enable
the intel-ligent link-up of the driver and car with the outside
world, enhancing both comfort and safety and the use of the car’s
infotainment features. Among the options largely unmatched in this
vehicle category are the Lane Change Warning System, Lane Departure
Warning System, Speed Limit Info, BMW Night Vision with pedestrian
recognition, the rear-view camera, Sur-round View and the BMW
Parking Assistant. Innovative technologies optimise the integration
of the Apple iPhone and other smartphones, as well as music players.
And, in addition to internet access, BMW ConnectedDrive also allows
email messages received on a smartphone to be shown on the Control
Dis-play, as well as the use of internet-based services for
navigation and enter-tainment. Other functions not offered by the
new Coupe’s rivals include the location-based telephone information
service from BMW Assist and the Ad-vanced Emergency Call function
with automatic vehicle location and accident severity detection.

The optional BMW Head-Up
Display – which projects important information onto the windscreen,
directly in the driver’s line of sight – remains the only system of
its kind in the segment. And the latest generation of this BMW
inno-vation is now available in the new BMW 6 Series Coupe. For the
first time, a full spectrum of colours is used to display graphics
and symbols, making road sign symbols, for example, impressively
realistic. At the same time, the Head-Up Display is now able to
present a wider range of information. Depending on vehicle
specification, the following can be shown in the Head-Up Display:
High Guiding function information supplied by the navigation system,
infor-mation from the Speed Limit Info system, Check/Control
messages, status messages from the Lane Departure Warning System and
warnings from the BMW Night Vision system.

When it comes to
delivering audio pleasure of the highest order, the Bang & Olufsen
High-End Surround Sound System designed especially for the new BMW 6
Series Coupe hits all the right notes. Jointly developed by the
Danish audio specialists and BMW, this system produces an
exceptionally natural sound from 16 speakers distributed around the
cabin. It is a fully active system featuring digital signal
processing, which means the two bass speakers, seven mid-range
speakers and seven tweeters all have individual amplifiers. This
technology enables the targeted modification of any sound
reflections inside the vehicle. The Bang & Olufsen High-End Surround
Sound System uses Di-rac Dimensions™ technology to recreate the
acoustics of a reference listening room in the passenger
compartment. All vehicle occupants therefore enjoy the same
high-quality sound stage wherever they are sitting.

The electrical signals
are converted into precisely defined sound waves using neodymium
magnet drivers, and the mid-range speakers feature extremely stiff
Hexacone diaphragms. The outstanding quality of the Bang & Olufsen
High-End Surround Sound System is underlined by exclusive design
features. The form and colour of the advanced all-aluminium speaker
grilles have been tailored precisely to the interior design of the
new BMW 6 Series Coupe. The special perforation pattern of the
grilles is created using a very sophisticated drilling technique.
The grille mounts are not visible from the outside, ensuring that
the grilles stand out from their surroundings by appearing to float
in a slightly raised position above the surface. This exclusive
ambience is further enhanced by a discreet lighting effect, which
showcases the contours of the sound sources with a subtly impressive
effect. A both visually and acoustically significant innovation,
meanwhile, is the novel design of the centre speaker in the
instrument panel area, which uses Acoustic Lens Technology developed
by Bang & Olufsen to provide a particularly harmonious sound. As
soon as the audio system is activated, the central element
containing the integrated mid-range speaker pops up, prompting the
tweeter lens to be extended at the same time. The tweeter lens
distributes its signals evenly at 180 degrees throughout the
interior. This extraordinarily harmonious horizontal dispersion of
sound is achieved through the special design of the lens, which also
minimises unwanted vertical sound dispersion.

Among the other
highlights on the options list are Adaptive Headlights, a heat-ed
steering wheel, Comfort Access and the electrically operated
panoramic sunroof with tilt function, whose glass cover – with a
clear surface spanning 806 x 578 millimetres – spreads across almost
the full width of the car. The optional Navigation system
Professional, featuring a hard disk for storing maps and personal
music collections, uses the high-resolution graphics of the Con-trol
Display to give a particularly detailed overview of the region the
car is cur-rently travelling through. As an alternative to the map
display in full-screen mode, the driver can also make use of
assistance windows. In addition, the High Guiding function with
integrated lane recommendation transfers detailed views from the
screen directly to the instrument cluster or, optionally, to the BMW
Head-Up Display.

The BMW 6 Series Coupe: a sports
car boasting outstanding dynamics
and a fascinating heritage.

The BMW brand’s large
Coupe once again embodies the essence of dynamic capability and
exclusive driving pleasure in a stylish and luxurious two-door
design. The new BMW 6 Series Coupe represents the latest chapter in
a story which now stretches back more than 70 years, a heritage
enriched by legend-ary motor racing glories and numerous icons of
automotive design. The un-mistakable characteristics which marked
out the BMW 327, BMW 503, BMW 3200 CS, BMW 2000 CS and the large
Coupes based on the BMW 3.0 CSi – and which since 1976 have been
perpetuated by the BMW 6 Series models – can now be enjoyed once
again in a fresh interpreta-tion inspired by the future. And so the
new BMW 6 Series Coupe reprises the role of trailblazer in terms of
aesthetics, dynamics and innovative technology, and provides the
perfect next instalment in the tradition of inspirational dream cars
from BMW.

The new BMW 6 Series
Coupe will be built alongside the new BMW 6 Series Convertible at
BMW’s Dingolfing plant. The BMW Group’s largest production plant
also produces the BMW 7 Series and BMW 5 Series. The flexible and
efficient manufacturing processes at the plant combine
state-of-the-art pro-duction technology with a quality standard
underpinned by unbeatable preci-sion craftsmanship in the
construction of customer-configured premium cars.